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Brandywine Zoo
📍 1001 N Park Dr, Wilmington, DE 19802🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware in Brandywine Park
- Best For
- All ages
- Notable Feature
- AZA-accredited with animal encounters and nature education programs
- Hours
- 10am-4pm daily (last admission 3:30pm)
💡 Did You Know?
- Brandywine Zoo features interactive Animal Encounters programs led by zookeepers that include feeding sessions and training activities, allowing visitors direct engagement with animals beyond typical viewing
- The zoo offers a Sensory Hour program with sensory-friendly stations and quiet morning visits, requiring advance registration to accommodate visitors with sensory sensitivities
- Brandywine Zoo is undergoing significant multi-species habitat construction and renovation as part of a Master Plan, with weekly 'Behind the Build' updates providing transparency on construction progress
- The zoo maintains a dedicated petting area with goats and dedicated staff, which reviewers specifically highlighted as a distinguishing feature that sets it apart from larger zoos
- Brandywine Zoo offers a Little Nature Explorers program featuring nature-based activities specifically designed for young children, with regular classes scheduled on Sundays and Wednesdays
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit around lunchtime to see animals that typically hide during peak hours, as this is when the zoo feeds animals and they're most active and visible
- Plan for 1-2 hours total visit time as this is a compact zoo with one main path; it's ideal for families with young children who may not have the stamina for larger facilities
- Weekday visits are less crowded than weekends, making it easier to enjoy animal encounters and interact with staff for a more personalized experience
- Bring your own binoculars for the Celebrate Birds event (May 9) as the zoo has limited supplies available; this is especially important if visiting with birding enthusiasts
- Book the Sensory Hour program (May 16) in advance for a quieter morning visit with sensory-friendly stations—ideal for children with sensory sensitivities or those who prefer a calmer environment
About Brandywine Zoo
Small zoo with mammals & birds. Zoo in Brandywine Park with lemurs, capybaras & bobcats, plus condors & eagles.
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